Integrative medicine and therapies can provide alternative outcomes, including the avoidance of surgery, the reduction in medications needed, and the avoidance of complications in treatment or recovery.
It can enhance the quality of care that we provide and more importantly, it can enhance the quality of life for all animals and their human caretakers.
Acupuncture
The goal of acupuncture is to help the body to heal itself.
Veterinary acupuncture encourages healing by correcting energy imbalances in the body and enhancing blood circulation, nervous system stimulation, and the release of anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving hormones.
Acupuncture is the stimulation of specific receptors by needles, laser, and other means that modify the input to the nervous system and fascia, and therefore change function.
The integration of information from the body with acupuncture stimulation results in the balancing of Qi, or energy flow.
Acupuncture can benefit all life stages of your pets with a wide variety of conditions
Acupuncture is indicated for functional problems such as those that involve paralysis, noninfectious inflammation (such as allergies), pain, as well as behavioral problems, and cancer.
• Musculoskeletal problems, such as arthritis, intervertebral disk disease, or traumatic nerve injury
• Respiratory problems, such as feline asthma, equine heaves, and “bleeders”
• Skin problems such as lick granulomas and allergic dermatitis
• Gastrointestinal problems such as diarrhea and non-surgical colic
• Selected reproductive problems
• Neurological problems such as facial paralysis
Acupuncture effects can be long-lasting - especially when used to address underlying problems rather than just the signs of the problems.
Lameness caused by joint instability, overuse, or chronic spinal reflex withdrawal can often be reduced or eliminated.
Acupuncture can be useful when drug sensitivities or regulations preclude treatment with conventional medication.
For additional information on veterinary acupuncture visit: https://www.alwayshelpfulveterinaryservices.com/what-is-veterinary-acupuncture/
Dr. Shoemaker performing equine acupuncture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29UT-i5VnNM&t=10s
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